How to take care of your pet baby bird

There are a variety of tame birds that you can purchase at your local pet store. Some birds can talk, while most sing. After you have chosen and purchased your fine-feathered friend, you will then need to know some basics on how to take care of him or her.

The first and most important thing for you to do, is to find, if you don't already have one, a veterinarian who will care for your bird.Set up an appoinment as soon as possible for a complete physical examination fo your bird. Even if your bird looks healthy, and shows no signs of illness, you will want to make sure that it is in good health and free from diseases.

One thing to check for in a healthy bird is its feathers. A healthy bird's feathers are bright and smooth to the touch. Look at its eyes--are they clear and free from matter? Are they bright and alert? Is your bird's beak well-shaped and free from scales or abnormal growths? Are its feet also free from scales and growths? Is your bird interested in its surroundings? Is your bird eating and drinking well? These questions should be checked into and answered when you first get your bird and for as long as you own your bird. Birds are like other animals in that they cannot tell us when they are sick or in pain, so we, as responsible pet owners, must keep a close watch on them to ensure they stay healthy and happy.

One of the most important things for your bird is a roomy, clean cage. The cage must be large enough so that your bird can move around freely in it. Make sure that your bird cannot get its head in between the cage bars, as this can be very dangerous to your pet. Clean the cage out daily along with your bird's water and food bowls. These need to be kept clean so your bird doesn't get sick from diseases or illnesses picked up from dirty bowls. Make sure the cage contains a perch too. And, finally, line the bottom of your bird's cage with newspapers or paper towels and put them down clean materials daily. A bird toy or two in its cage will help to give your pet bird some play time too.

Birds need a balanced diet along with plenty of fresh, clean water in order to help them maintain good health. You can purchase bird seed at your local pet store. If you are not sure what kind of seed to buy, then ask a clerk for advice. The seed you buy will depend on the specific type of bird you have. Like their freinds in the wild, most caged birds also enjoy grain cereals, bread, nuts, berries and fruits.

A bird is stuck within the confines of his or her cage most of the time, if not all of the time, and is confined to stay inside the house. Because of this, you must realize that your bird cannot escape from any toxins or odors that might be in the air. These toxins may include cigar or cigarette smoke, cleaning solutions, bug sprays, paint fumes,etc. Be careful not to subject your pet to these dangerous toxins so that he or she may remain in good health. If you are going to paint the inside of your house, for example, remove your bird from the room before you begin painting.

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